Energy & Influence

 We are on the brink of an unprecedented school year. Never before have we had so much uncertainty and unknowns. Collectively we must step up and support our educators and school communities, leave judgement at the door and keep an open heart. Practice patience daily. We must also cheer for our students as they navigate this digital migration. 

Our students will mirror our attitudes, so put on a confident face and reassure them they can do this. I once heard someone ask, "How much of my influence on you is a result of your influence on me?"  Consider this as we start the school year. Energy is contagious, let's keep it positive. Let the teachers and students in your life know you support them! 

Work Crew

Today was the first day since March 13th that I have seen my colleagues in person! We definitely looked a little different with our face masks, but what a wonderful sight!  Our regional Scholastic Art show was featured in a gallery at the local community college in February. We were lucky enough to have the reception and awards night before the world was put on pause. Our community shut down here on March 13th, leaving the exhibition up until now. We were finally given clearance to take down the show this week, so today we met and happily masked uninstalled the show. I can honestly say, I was thrilled when my alarm sounded off this morning! I miss my fellow art teachers. 

Herstory : Libya...Celebrating Bad Ass Women!

 Today I celebrate Libya!

 She is an artist teacher enriching the lives of elementary school students while simultaneously engaging in the betterment of her community as an advocate for productive change! 

I met her so many years ago when I first arrived here...she exuded confidence and calm! 

We crossed paths again a couple of years later and she was an exquisite model for my own creative explorations.

 This last weekend I had the pleasure of listening to her moderate a panel on the future of art education at the National Art Education Association conference in New York City! The Challenge of Change: Embracing the Future of Art Education.

This gal is certainly one to watch...and if you are lucky enough have a conversation!